Here are some project examples that have been supported by the Fund...
Footpaths Guidebook of Llanengan Area
This project was lead by Llanengan Community Council. Money was used from the Fund to publish a map of the area's footpaths, that also shows which buildings or historical features can be seen whilst walking them. The project is a great example of how to learn more about the area's heritage in a fun and different way - that also helps you to stay healthy! Ask the Tourist Information Centre at Abersoch for a copy, which is free of charge.
Dic Aberdaron Memorial
This project raises awareness of an important character in the area's culture. Dic Aberdaron is famous to this day in Wales and beyond, and the story of his travels with his cat and books, learning different languages. He was raised in Cae'r Eos, Aberdaron, and Aberdaron Community Council were keen to raise a new memorial near where his home use to be, to replace the existing one that had been damaged. This project has contributed to keeping the area's culture alive and also has improved a small area of the AONB at the same time.
Improvements to Sarn Church
The remains of Saint Peter's Church stands near the country lane between Sarn Mellteyrn and Cefnamwlch. It's an interesting and historical place, and a standing stone from the Neolithic Age can be seen in the cemetery. Friends of the Church developed a project to improve the cemetery, by re-building a boundary wall, cutting trees that were in a dangerous condition - and also to place a board upon the Church wall to display its history. The project gained the Fund's support since it guarded and raised awareness of an important historical feature and also improved the environment by improving the site and making it safer and more accessible for people to visit.
Celebrating 100 Years of Y Rhiw Sheepdog Trials
The committee of Rhiw Sheepdog Trials were keen to celebrate its centennary in 2011 and to draw more attention than usual to the event. The committee were successful in their application for support from the Fund, to publish leaflets and posters to advertise - and also to buy special awards for young people who took part. This project was successful, as it raised awareness about and important tradition in Llŷn, and that it also gave local young people the opportunity to learn a new skill.